Wednesday, 4 May 2016

Kyle David Bellini - Punting Techniques for the Serious Punter

Kyle David Bellini played football and soccer for four years while
attending the Jesuit High School in Tampa, Florida. Punting is a very
important element of the game and helps keep the opponent away from your
end zone, provided you kick the ball correctly. Punting can seem easy,
but can go awfully wrong if the ball is not kicked properly, and can
quickly turn the game against your team. Kyle David Bellini shares a
couple of important punting tips.

Check Your Conditions

One
of the most important things you want to check are the conditions
before you start the game. Weather, turf type, distance, etc., can play
an important role in how well you execute your punt. Here are some
specifics you will need to look out for.

Wind and Weather –
Weather conditions can become your worst enemy during a game. There are
several factors to consider in punting such as a snap, catch, placement,
steps, drop, contact, and finally the follow-through. Getting the ball
off in under two seconds with every one of these factors in place is a
huge responsibility. You will need to consider wind conditions and
adjust your kicking technique accordingly before you kick the ball. In
most cases, you will have to make the decision right there on the spot
what technique to use based on the external factors in play.

Turf/Grass

Again,
you will have to take into consideration the condition of the grass or
turf before taking a kick at the ball. If it looks like you can slip on
the turf, you might want to use a football cleat for better traction. It
might be awkward in the beginning, but you will get used to it.

Kyle David Bellini used to be the punter for his school football team.